RiderPlanet USA Motorcycle And ATV Trails
HomeFind ATV TrailsATV and Dirt Bike ArticlesCalendar of ATV and Motorcycle EventsSupport CenterDonate

Prosser Hill OHV Area

Monday, January 01, 2024

Other Names

Prosser Sagehen OHV Routes, Prosser Staging Area, Truckee, Tahoe National Forest, Prosser Recreation Sites, Lakeside Campground, Prosser Creek, Donner Camp Picnic Campground, Alder Creek, Prosser Dam, Prosser Hills, Hobart Mills, Sagehen Hills, Carpenter Valley

Last Known StatusClosed For Season

This area mainly consists of one good motorcycle loop that is about 8 miles long. The motorcycle trail gets a bit technical in parts with some steep hills, big rocks, and some sharp cut-backs that require some experience and control.

There are various resting points where you can get a great panoramic view of the nearby reservoir and mountains. There are other 4x4 roads and family-friendly routes that traverse the large surrounding area, but the only actual designated motorcycle trail is the 8 mile loop, accessible from the main staging area.

Nearby areas on the east side of the highway have additional trails and a motocross track but finding an "OHV legal" connecting route will prove difficult. You may have to drive.

Trail Map... Nearby ATV Trails...

REGULATIONS

Permit RequiredYesCA OHMVR stickers required
Dates OpenApril 24 - December 31CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted year round
Other ATV Stickers AcceptedYesResidents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY)
Spark ArrestorYesA spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise LimitYes (96 dB)CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB)
Whip FlagsNot Required
Maximum Vehicle Width
Allow Dirt Bikes, Trail Bikes and Motorcycles Motorcycles & Dirt BikesPermittedCA OHMVR stickers required
Allow All Terrain Vehicles / Quads / Four Wheelers ATVsSome AreasNot Recommended
CA OHMVR stickers required
not permitted on motorcycle trail
Allow Utility Terrain Vehicles, Side by Sides (SXS), RZR UTV & SXSSome AreasNot Recommended
CA OHMVR stickers required
not permitted on motorcycle trail
Allow 4x4 Jeeps, SUVs and 4 x 4 Trucks with License Plates SUVs & Jeeps (registered)Some AreasNot Recommended
not permitted on motorcycle trail
Dune Buggy & Sand Rail
4x4 (unregistered)
ProhibitedCA OHMVR stickers required
2 Stroke EnginesCertain TimesCA OHMVR restrictions apply
MX Helmet RequiredYeshelmets required by state law
Camping / Overnight RV Parking CampingSome Areas(camp in developed sites only)
Campfire Restrictions CampfiresSome Areas(permitted in developed campsites only)
Night RidingUnknownNot Recommended
Trail BlazingProhibitedkeep on the trail
AlcoholNo Restriction
Rule EnforcementNone
Advertisement

TERRAIN

Approx Size25,600 acres (40 sq mi)
Miles Of Trail23
Climate TypeForest
Elevation5750 to 7000 ft.
Trail MaintenanceMarked, Rated, Lightly Maintained
Loose DirtThis trail has some loose dirt.Some
Hard PackThe trail has little hard pack terrain.Little
SandThis trail has no sandy areas.None
MudThe trail has little mud after it rains.Little
DustThe trail has little dust on typical days.Little
RocksThis trail has mostly rocks.Mostly
TreesThe trail has almost all trees.All
Steep HillsThis trail has many steep hills.Many
Water CrossingsThe trail has few water crossings.Few
Small JumpsThis trail has few small jumps.Few
Large JumpsThis trail has few large jumps.Few
BermsThe trail has few berms.Few
Sand/Gravel PitsThis national forest has few sand or gravel pits.Few
Single TrackThis national forest has few single track trails.Few
RoadsThis national forest has mostly roads.Mostly
IntersectionsThis trail has few intersections.Few
Rider TrafficThe national forest has few rider traffic on typical days.Few
ShadeThis national forest has almost all shaded areas.All
Ranges/GunfireThis national forest has few shooting ranges or gunfire.Few
HazardsThis trail has some hazards.Some(hazards not marked)
steep drop offs and switchbacks
Easy Terrain NoviceThis trail has some beginner terrain.Some
Moderate Terrain AmateurThis trail has mostly intermediate level terrain.Mostly
Difficult Terrain ExpertThis trail has some expert terrain.Some
Commenttrails are steep and rocky with tight switchbacks

TYPE OF AREA

AreaMotorized Trails
LandNational Forest

KEY SERVICES

Gasoline Gasoline1-5 Miles (SW)76 (530) 587-7600
Diesel Diesel1-5 Miles (SW)76 (530) 587-7600
Potable Water Water1-5 Miles (E)Lakeside Campground (530) 587-3558
RV Hookups RV Hookup1-5 Miles (S)Coachland RV Park (530) 587-3071
RV Dump Station RV Disposal1-5 Miles (S)Coachland RV Park (530) 587-3071
Primitive Camping Campground1-5 Miles (E)Lakeside Campground (530) 587-3558
Convenience Store Conv Store1-5 Miles (SW)Safeway (530) 582-7950

FEES & PASSES

Parking(None)
Entry(None)
Riding(None)
CampingYes
Tent: $20.00
RV: $20.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $5.00
Lakeside Campground Fee

RATINGS

Prosnot crowded, nice woods, good scenery, some motorcycle only trails
Consvery rocky, only one real motorcycle trail, rest are dirt roads
Our RatingRatingVery Good
Recommended StayFull Day
Fall - Mid October
Comments(Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments)

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

Nearest CityTruckee, CA
Go Back To California List
Trail MapGo To Trail Map
From: Reno, NV
1) I-80 West to Exit 188
2) Turn right (north) off the exit ramp onto Hwy 89, continue .2 miles
3) Proceed through roundabout to continue on Hwy 89, continue .3 miles
4) Proceed through second roundabout to stay on Hwy 89, continue about 3 miles
5) Staging area will be on your left (west).

OFFICIAL CONTACTS

Contact InfoTahoe National Forest - Truckee Ranger District
10811 Stockrest Springs Road
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 536-0417
(530) 587-3558
mailroom_r5_tahoe@fs.fed.us
www.fs.usda.gov

RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Scenery at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Trail Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Terrain example at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Some sections of the motorcycle loop are very rocky.

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

RV Trailer Staging Area and Camping at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

This campground is across the street from the staging area.

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

OHV at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

View from the campground across the street from the staging area.

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Some amenities at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Main entrance of the motorcycle loop.

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorbike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Advertisement

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Scenic view at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Advertisement

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Scenic view of Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Scenic views from the top of Prosser Hill

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirtbike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirtbike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Trail Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Advertisement

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Terrain example at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Dirt Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Advertisement

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Example of terrain at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Motorcycle at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Trail Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Scenery from Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

Prosser Hill Trail Photo

Honda CRF Trail Bike at Prosser Hill OHV Area Trail

© 2024 Misirena Digital, LLC Home  |   ATV Trails  |   Articles  |   Calendar  |   Support Center  |   Good Stuff